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VU63 HSC

2013 Citroen DS5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,262 mi
Last recorded60,262 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen DS574,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU63 HSC
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 60,262 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 60,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 56,256 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 56,256 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 51,299 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 44,821 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 39,897 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 37,038 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 29,486 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 23,963 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 17,855 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2016 12,245 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen DS5?

Based on 61,361 MOT tests across 5,141 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
7,217
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
5,141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 640
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 407
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VU63 HSC is a 2013 Citroen DS5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Citroen DS5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 74,019 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen DS5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU63 HSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen DS5 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 13 years old, this Citroen DS5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU63 HSC registered?

VU63 HSC is a 2013 Citroen DS5, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is VU63 HSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU63 HSC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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